Brazos River Cruise: Scenic Waco Exploration

Experience the beauty of Waco’s historic landmarks and local wildlife on a boat tour along the Brazos River. Discover the city’s rich history while enjoying stunning sunsets and breathtaking views. Book your 2.5-hour tour now!

Duration: 1 hour, 45 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • McLane Stadium - See the Baylor football stadium from the river. great photo opportunity.
  • Baylor University - Learn why the oldest chartered university in Texas has a special relationship with the Brazos River.
  • Waco Suspension Bridge - See and take pictures of the longest suspension bridge west of the Mississippi when it was built in…
What's Included
  • Lap babies ride for free
  • Complimentary bottled water provided to keep you comfortable during your cruise
  • Life vests included for safety
  • Free parking available
  • Plenty of photo opportunities
What's Not Included
  • Gratuity is recommnded but is not included
  • Please use the bathroom before arriving as there are no restrooms at the dock
  • Recommended: In the summer bring hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses.
Additional Information

Waco is best appreciated from the water, and this tour offers a unique perspective that most visitors miss.
Enjoy a leisurely cruise along the stunning Brazos River as a local guide brings Waco’s history, iconic landmarks, wildlife, and captivating stories to life. Unlike a standard sightseeing cruise, this experience reveals the people, places, and…

Location
McLane Stadium
South Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
Turn into Lot 1, then take a left heading into Lot 2. The boat docks are in the Baylor Basin on the East side of the stadium. Go to the blue pontoon boat with the blue bimini tops and the Brazos Tours logo. If you don't see the boats, you're on the wrong side of the stadium.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Patti
Aug 5, 2026
Great time! - We had a great time. Highly recommend taking this tour. Our guide was great. We had Danielle as our guide earlier in the week for a food tour. She made both experiences great. We will definitely do these again.
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318cdh
Jul 30, 2026
A Fresh Experience for a Grandparent Trip - We booked this tour as a new experience for ourselves and our two grandsons as a part of our annual Grandparent Trip. It exceeded our expectations with the sights, the history, and the knowledge of our guide (Jeff) who was a wealth of information. It proved to be quite an experience and will surely be a lasting memory for the grands.
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209kerrim
Jul 29, 2026
Great Girl Trip Addition - We booked the sunset boat tour as part of our Girl Trip and loved it! It was lowkey and relaxing to see the city from the water. We learned a lot, and our guide, Danielle, was amazing! She was so knowledgeable, kind and made us feel right at home. If you like boating, this tour is a must!
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Linda_h
Jul 24, 2026
Morning boat tour of Brazos River - Jeff was very knowledgeable, we had known idea Waco had so much to offer, and his knowledge of the history of Waco is incredible. Everyone in our party friend and family enjoyed the boat tour. I would do this again only this time I would like to try the sunset tour. We did the morning tour. Enjoyed it !
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Carolyn_g
Jul 22, 2026
Great day on the River - The morning river cruise was a great way to start the day. Our captain provided details on Waco buildings and points of interest along the way. We gained a greater understanding of the history of Waco. The weather was pleasant and we all thoroughly enjoyed the relaxing boat ride.
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A2556vtdavidz
Jul 21, 2026
Great boat ride on the Brazos - We enjoyed our tour of the Brazos River through Waco. Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly as we learned about the history of the area and the features of the riverfront area. Would definitely recommend.
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Kevincc7794ay
Jul 20, 2026
Beautiful, informative, and fun cruise on the river! - Meeting point next to McLane stadium was easy and convenient! Our captain/guide Jeff was so friendly and informative! We were just expecting a nice ride on the river, but he gave us a lot of information about Waco and history/facts about everything we passed on the river! The way back was relaxing as we listened to nice music. The ice cold water he provided was much appreciated! Beautiful, fun way to start our Saturday morning!!
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Cathy_a
Jul 20, 2026
This was a wonderful... - This was a wonderful tour. A lot of good information and beautiful sights. Evening sunset was breathtaking. Guide was very interactive and helpful.
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David_t
Jul 18, 2026
Great fun and... - Great fun and informative. The driver was funny and made everyone feel relaxed. Saw lots of birds and turtles
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Kristine_h
Aug 1, 2026
Birthday memories-A sailboat cruise is so much more relaxing - The sun is intense for the first hour. Thank you for getting us back to shore safely. A good memory from my 64th birthday. I know my sweet girl was smiling down and laughing at me and her aunt. 10/10/26 will be 2 years that she went to her heavenly home. I miss her so much. 38 years old and had a sudden pulmonary thromboembolism.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).